18 · Forensic Science & Behaviour

Neuroscience of Criminal Behaviour

Neuroanatomy, prefrontal function, psychopathy and emerging neurotechnology in criminal justice.

  • Prefrontal cortex
  • Psychopathy
  • Neurotech & law

Programme outline

  1. Convergence of neuroscience and criminal law
  2. A rapid neuroanatomy primer
  3. Prefrontal cortex, impulse control and neurotransmitters
  4. Childhood experiences and psychopathy
  5. Techniques: EEG, fMRI and brain profiling
  6. AI, brain-computer interfaces and emerging neurotechnology
  7. Responsibility, gaps and potential harms